Karuna Live: Unraveling the Narrative with Melissa Moore, Ph.D.

“We tell ourselves stories to live.” - Joan Didion Stories are a core aspect of our psychological well-being and how we make sense in our families and communities. Stories make meaning and help us make sense of a wild, incoherent world. And yet, sometimes, our personal stories are so solidly constructed and tightly held in our minds that they get in the way of grasping a broader perspective. These tightly held narratives constrict moving forward in our lives, seeing others' perspectives, and or allowing for others' opinions and narratives to co-exist. Therefore, unraveling our narrative often involves allowing the holes in our story to emerge and exploring the need to see things more expansively and alternatively. There is a skillful means of making room for others' views and opinions, which we are sorely missing in today's society. The task requires we look at how our narratives serve us, their effect on our lives, and how they affect others who matter, and then through this examination, we may loosen our grips on the storylines of our life and make room for a broader perspective. Unraveling the Narrative will be an hour of exploring how we hold our life stories, the major ones that shape us– exploring where these stories support us and hinder our growth. This program introduces Karuna's methods of drawing from Contemplative Psychology. The program is relevant for anyone willing to openly investigate their psychology in a group setting. The program is interactional. What to expect: A brief introduction to Contemplative Psychology A short guided meditation practice An Exploration of the role of narrative in the context of Contemplative Psychology An experiential exercise on our narrative and potential to share with another participant. Please note participant sharing has been removed for safety. If you'd like to attend one of our live events, please visit: https://karunatraining.com/events/